KIDS Radio Show
By Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens
The weekly radio show was the brainchild of Carolyn Meyer, a Stillwater Public Schools music specialist and Kel Pickens, an account rep for the radio station. Carolyn and Kel are releasing select episodes from the 1980s and 1990s in podcast form on Saturday mornings at 11 a.m., like the original radio show time.
KIDS Radio ShowOct 14, 2023
The Educational Activities Show
“The Educational Activities Show” first aired on Jan. 9, 1982.
Well-known children’s music artist Hap Palmer’s songs are featured in this special episode.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Sharpe the Two-Headed Man and Ricky Stick Man – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Flat, the other head’s name – Randy Pease
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Chris Peters at Studio Stillwater.
Space Epic
“Space Epic” first aired in 1981.
In this early episode, Miss Carolyn takes a trip in Mr. Invento’s peanut butter-powered Universal Transporter.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Space Explorer – David Free (Head of the News Department at KSPI)
The Nose – Unknown Actor
Of Special Interest:
Melodies Don’t Stand Still music and lyrics written by Carolyn Meyer will be featured in this episode. It is from her first album, Music is for Everyone.
Musicians who performed on the song:
Carolyn – Vocals and Opera Singer
Tom Brooks – mini-Moog synthesizer and Baldwin Grand Piano
Rex Thomas – Banjo
Steve Dokken – Bass Guitar
Jack Gilfoy – Drums and Slide Whistle
“Boring!” Spoken by The Boys in the Band
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Chris Peters at Studio Stillwater.
The May Day Picnic
The original date on air has yet to be discovered for “The May Day Picnic.”
Mr. Invento and Miss Carolyn take Ferd, Mr. Invento’s Swedish cousin, out for a picnic to learn how Americans spend their leisure time.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento and Ant – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Cousin Ferd – unknown
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Chris Peters at Studio Stillwater.
The Arctic Expedition
“The Arctic Expedition” first aired on March 22, 1986.
Mr. Invento’s peanut butter-powered airplane runs out of fuel while flying over the Arctic. Surviving the sticky crash, he and Miss Carolyn wander the cold, blustery Arctic.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Clancy McGrub – Adam Hughes
Muck Luck the Eskimo – unknown
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Chris Peters at Studio Stillwater.
The Weather Show
“The Weather Show” first aired Jan. 17, 1982.
Mr. Invento convinces Miss Carolyn to take a ride in his weather balloon. As they ascend into the clouds, they encounter the God of thunder.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
- Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
- Guest Starring:
Thor – John Wilguess (KSPI 94 FM employee)
Of Special Interest:
“Three String Guitar” is featured in this show. It was written by Carolyn West Meyer from her 1980 album “Music is for Everyone!.”
Musicians playing on it are:
- Lead Vocal – Carolyn Meyer
- Classical Guitar – Rex Thomas
- Baldwin Grand Piano & Oberheim Synthesizer (thunder) – Tom Brooks
- Electric Bass Guitar – Steve Dokken
- Drums – Jack Gilfoy
Produced by Tom Brooks for Good Apple, Inc., Carthage, Illinois.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The April Fool Lives
“The April Fool Lives!” first aired in April 1982.
Miss Carolyn is lost in the woods on an unfortunate day. Will laughter help her find a way home?
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The April Fool and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
The Headwaiter – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Easter Parade
“The Easter Parade” first aired unknown?
A movie star joins Miss Carolyn to provide commentary on the Easter parade.
Starring:
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry, and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Movie Star, Mr. Fernando Yacks – Mark Wedel
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Easter Show
“The Easter Show” first aired April 10, 1982.
Chickens are beefing with bunnies over the origin of Easter eggs.
Starring:
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Biff (Easter) Bunny – Ricky Peale
Walter the Rooster – Randy Pease
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Frankly Fantasy
“Frankly Fantasy” first aired Oct. 4, 1986.
The Universal Transporter is broken after Miss Carolyn and Mr. Invento crash land in a mysterious world where they meet a bandi snatcher bounty hunter.
Starring:
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Captain Friendly the Space Explorer – John Labow
The Nose – Wade Tower
This show is a parody of sci-fi adventure mixed with the Wizard of Oz.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Ricky Stick Man Show
“Ricky Stick Man Show” first aired in 1982.
Miss Carolyn and Ricky Stick Man encourage young listeners to move and dance to the music in this episode.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
- Ricky Stick Man – Kel Pickens
Of Special Interest:
“Feel the Beat,” written by Carolyn Meyer, is one of the songs featured in this episode. It is from her 1980 Good Apple, Inc. album “Music Is For Everyone!” released in August 1980 along with an activity book.
Musicians:
- Lead Vocal - Carolyn Meyer
- Drums and Assorted Percussion Instruments - Jack Gilfoy
- Electric Bass Guitar - Steve Dokken
- Banjo - Rex Thomas
- Trumpet - Larry Wiseman
- Trombone - Mark Gersmehl
- Clarinet - Greg Imboden
- Hand claps, toe taps, and tongue clicks - Carolyn, John Meyer, and the Boys in the Band.
- “Yeah!” "Mondo Bob” a.k.a. “Syncopation Sam”
Arranged and Produced by Tom Brooks at Pinebrook Recording Studio, owned by the Gaithers. Executive Producer - “Dandy" Don Mitchell.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Green Submarine
“Green Submarine” first aired on Aug. 27, 1983.
Blueberry overboard! Blueberry overboard! How will Miss Carolyn and Captain Seaweed save The Giant Blueberry?
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
- The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- Captain Seaweed – David Free (News Director at KSPI)
- Fisherman – John Wilguess (KSPI Employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Stilltown Musicians
“The Stilltown Musicians” first aired April 30, 1983.
A donkey is about to lose his job as a rock band roadie, which motivates him to start his own band. He recruits bandmates on his journey to Stilltown.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn, Daphne as Robber #1 – Carolyn Meyer
- Theodore, The Giant Blueberry as Donkey, and Robber #2 – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- Bingo the Hound Dog – Jeff Kopecky
- Cat – Cindy Petree
- Rooster – Jim Huddleston (KSPI Disc Jockey)
OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The song “Music Street” is from Carolyn Meyer’s first album, "Music Is For Everyone!" was published by Good Apple, Inc., Carthage, IL., and is featured in this show.
The musicians on that recording are:
- Vocals – Carolyn Meyer
- Synthesizer – Tom Brooks
- Electric Guitar – Rex Thomas
- Bass Guitar – Steve Dokken
- Drums – Jack Gilfoy
- Produced by Tom Brooks and recorded at the Gaither Studio in Alexandria, Indiana.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Comic Clones
“Comic Clones” first aired on April 26, 1986.
Miss Carolyn and The Giant Blueberry sense something is wrong with Mr. Invento. The absent-minded scientist’s hubris causes havoc and confusion.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn, Carmen Gigantica – Carolyn Meyer
- Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry, Schnitzel, and Waiter – Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Marriage of Invento
“The Marriage of Invento” first aired on June 7, 1986.
Mr. Invento’s aversion to opera causes him to fall asleep during a performance. He awakens to wedding bells and The Giant Blueberry as his best man.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn, Anna Maria Spaghetti, Carmen Gigantica, and Daphne – Carolyn Meyer
- Mr. Invento, Theodore, The Giant Blueberry, and the Minister – Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Valentine's Day Show
Cupid makes a guest appearance on this special holiday episode. Miss Carolyn doesn’t take the cherub seriously and becomes smitten with a certain inventor.
Starring:
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
A Warm Fuzzy and Cupid – Ricky Peale
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Mr. Invento's Secret Admirer
“Mr. Invento’s Secret Admirer” first aired on Feb. 11, 1984.
A decent archer but a lousy poet expresses their love for Mr. Invento. The excitable scientist is thrown into a whirlwind of infatuation from Carmen Gigantica.
Starring:
- Mr. Invento, Telegram Delivery Man – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn, Carmen Gigantica – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Case of the Mysterious Follower
“The Case of the Mysterious Follower” first aired on Sept. 5, 1982.
Detective Freddie Fox has his work cut out for him in a case involving a mysterious cassette tape left for KIDS Radio Show host, Miss Carolyn.
Starring:
- The Client - Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
- Mr. Harry Foote – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- World’s Greatest Little Known Detective - Freddie Fox – Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Frog Prince
“The Frog Prince” first aired on Sept. 22, 1984.
An amphibian offers to help a Princess recover her golden ball from a deep well in exchange for companionship. Will she hold up her end of the bargain or risk the ire of the King?
Starring:
- Daphne as Princess Mary – Carolyn Meyer
- Mr. Invento as the King – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- Narrator – Joy Fieldsend
- The Frog Prince and The Prince – Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Feebles' Court
“The Feebles’ Court” first aired Sept. 17, 1983.
The Giant Blueberry has been sued and receives a summons from a popular courtroom TV show.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn and Daphne Hogsbreath – Carolyn Meyer
- The Giant Blueberry and the Bailiff – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- Announcer at The Feebles’ Court – Jeff Kopecky
- Judge B. Bopner – John Wilguess
- Special Guest Star – “The Latent Mouseketeer”
OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The song “Who Did the What, Where, and When?” is from Carolyn and Kel’s album “The Music of Our Language” and is featured in this show. The Red Dirt musicians who performed on this song are:
- Mike Hufford - drums
- Don Mitchell - bass guitar
- Mark Lyon - lead guitar
- Carolyn Meyer - lead and background vocals, keyboards
- The Giant Blueberry, voiced by Kel Pickens – questions and answers throughout the song
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Trains
“Trains” first aired Jan. 27, 1982
The Giant Blueberry gets ON his first music train.
Starring:
- The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn and Anna Maria Allegro a.k.a. Anna Maria Spaghetti – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Ticket Master Seller and a passenger – David Free (News Director at KSPI 94 FM Radio Station)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The New Year's Eve Party
It’s a New Year’s Eve party, and Miss Carolyn’s nephew Theodore is determined to discover why the adults rave so much about it. “Gnu” jokes abound when the South African Gnu attends.
Starring:
Theodore, Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry, Rasta Man, The South African Gnu and Ricky Stick Man – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn and Ma Metal as the Cook – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Party Host – David Free (News Director at KSPI 94FM)
Of Special Note:
Carolyn and Kel won the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters’s Award for Best Children’s Radio Programming in 1990. KIDS Radio Show won this award seven years in a row.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell.Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
A Giant Blueberry Christmas
“A Giant Blueberry Christmas” first aired Dec. 23, 1984.
Santa Claus lands in jail after crashing his rocket-powered sleigh on Christmas Eve, and the Giant Blueberry volunteers to finish Santa’s gift-giving mission while Theodore pilots the holiday craft.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
- Theodore and The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- Narrator – Joy Fieldsend
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you should check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo. Analog to digital conversion provided by Don Mitchell in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
A Dinosaur Dilemma
“A Dinosaur Dilemma” first aired April 9, 1988.
In a parody of Mr. Peabody’s “Way Back Machine,” it’s the age of the dinosaurs, and Mr. Carolyn and Mr. Invento find unlikely friends to help them escape the past and return to the future.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
- Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- Narrator and Bronto – John Labow
- Abraham Lincoln – David Free
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you should check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Pyramid Paranoia
“Pyramid Paranoia” first aired Nov. 12, 1983
With the unwanted help from Miss Carolyn, Ricky Stick Man constructs a pyramid out of sticks. They step inside only to be transported to the middle of a desert. They take shelter in what they think is a cave.
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
- Ricky Stick Man and the Talking Snake – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- King Rootin’ Tootin’ – John Wilguess (KSPI 94FM employee)
Of Special Interest:
The song "The Plural Snakes” is from one of Carolyn and Kel’s albums. This educational record included an activity book and cassette used by teachers in elementary schools to teach language arts to young children in a fun way. The album is “The Music of Our Language” and was published by Good Apple, Inc. in Carthage, IL., in 1983. The music was composed by Carolyn, with lyrics co-written by Kel and Carolyn.
Performed on the recording by Red Dirt Musicians listed below:
- Lead Vocals, Piano and Synthesizers - Carolyn Meyer
- Bass Guitar - Donnie Mitchell
- Drums - Mike Hufford
- Snake Hisses, Yelling, “Run for your lives!” and laughter effects - Kel Pickens
Recorded at Lamb Recording Studio and engineered by Mike Hufford
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you should check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Rumpledkiltskin
“Rumpledkiltskin” first aired Jan. 28, 1984
“A strange and ugly little character” spins straw into gold for a soon-to-be Queen. But what did she give in exchange, and how will she save her royal future?
Starring:
- Miss Carolyn and Miller’s Daughter – Carolyn Meyer
- Theodore, Mr. Invento playing the Miller, and The Giant Blueberry playing Rumpledkiltskin – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
- Narrator – Joy Fieldsend*
- The King – Trevor Fieldsend*
*Joy and Trevor, a married couple originally from Sheffield, England - now U.S. citizens, are good friends of Carolyn and Kel’s.
OF SPECIAL INTEREST:
“What is your name?” a song from Carolyn West Meyer’s first album, “Music Is For Everyone!,” is included in this show since it involves names. Carolyn wrote the lyrics and music. The album was published in 1980 by Good Apple Inc., Carthage, IL. An activity book and cassette were sold separately from the album.
“The Back-To-School Song” was recorded on March 10-12, 1980 at Pinebrook Recording Studios, Alexandria, IN and performed by:
- Lead and Background Vocals – Carolyn Meyer
- Lead Guitar and Harmony Guitar Part – Rex Thomas
- Bass Guitar – Steve Dokken (touring musician with Henry Mancini’s orchestra)
- Drums – Jack Gilfoy (touring musician with Henry Mancini’s orchestra)
- Piano, Synthesizers, and Production Manager – Tom Brooks
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Jon Dickey created the artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Thanksgiving Parade
“The Thanksgiving Parade” first aired on Nov. 27, 1982
Miss Carolyn and the Giant Blueberry announce a Thanksgiving parade full of fun music and whimsical floats until Mr. Invento’s driverless float makes a predictable mess.
Starring:
- The Giant Blueberry, Tex Mex, Garry Gobbler(President of the International Turkey Union) and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn as the parade announcer and MC – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
No Artificial Substitutes
“No Artificial Substitutes” first aired Sept. 24, 1983
Theodore and Daphne give their substitute teacher, The Giant Blueberry, a real hard time after he assigns the task of writing a poem.
Starring:
- Little Theodore, The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn, Daphne the Cockney School Girl – Carolyn Meyer
OF SPECIAL NOTE: Two of the songs included in this episode are from Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens’ album “The Music of Our Language,” published in 1983 by Good Apple, Inc., Carthage, IL. Music by Carolyn Meyer and Lyrics by Kel Pickens and Carolyn Meyer. Songs were arranged by Carolyn Meyer and produced by Carolyn Meyer with assistance from Kel Pickens
“Nouns Are Naming Words”
- Lead Vocals and Synthesizer _ Carolyn Meyer
- Bass Guitar - Donnie Mitchell
- Drums and Engineering - Mike Hufford
Recorded at Lamb Recording Studio in Stillwater, OK.
“It’s Time For a Rhyme!”
- Lead Vocals and Piano - Carolyn Meyer
- Slide Electric Guitar - Mark Lyon
- Bass Guitar - Donnie Mitchell
- Drums and Engineering - Mike Hufford
Recorded at Lamb Recording Studio in Stillwater, OK.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Election Elation
“Election Elation” first aired Nov. 3, 1984
Mud-slinging abounds as Daphne and Theodore campaign against each other for student council President at Tippecanoe Elementary.
Starring:
- Theodore and Tippecanoe Elementary Principle – Max Nodifference – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn and Daphne the Cockney School Girl – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Bob Byline, Editor of the Canoe Balloo – Jim Huddleston (DJ at KSPI 94FM)
OF SPECIAL INTEREST: One of Carolyn and Kel’s songs from their second album, “The Music of Our Language,” is featured in this episode. “The World is Full of Opposites,” with music by Carolyn Meyer and lyrics by Kel Pickens and Carolyn Meyer, was performed by Red Dirt Musicians listed below and recorded at Lamb Recording Studio by Mike Hufford, Engineer, back in 1982 and published in 1983 by Good Apple, Inc., Carthage, IL along with an activity book written by Pickens and Meyer and a cassette tape of all the songs as well.
- Lead Vocal, Piano, and Synthesizer - Carolyn Meyer
- Acoustic Rhythm Guitar - Jim Blair
- Bass Guitar - Donnie Mitchell
- Drums - Mike Hufford
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Sorcerer's Apprentice
“The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” first aired Oct. 27, 1984
A strange wizard needs an apprentice who cannot read. Desperate for a job, Theodore deceives his new employer and uses his ability to read books full of powerful spells.
Starring:
- Theodore as the Apprentice and Mr. Invento as The Sorcerer – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn and Daphne as the Sorcerer’s Maid – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Narrator – Joy Fieldsend
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Boogie Woogie Haunted Hootenanny
“The Boogie Boogie Haunted Hootenanny” first aired Oct. 31, 1987
Unexpectedly visited by a ghost in her garage, Miss Carolyn is suddenly host to a ghoulish musical gathering on Halloween. The Giant Blueberry saves the day with a truly horrific costume.
Starring:
- The narrator, Boris, Herkle (Igor’s brother) and The Giant Blueberry as a Gribigal – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Igor – Rick Carstens
- The Boogie Woogie Ghost – Jeff Kopecky
- Count Alacard – unknown
- The Big Orange Jack O’ Lantern – Wade Tower
Fun Fact: Carolyn and Kel reprised their roles in 2023 to record segments that were only heard live on the radio in 1987.
Original Song “The Big Orange Boogie” was written by Carolyn Meyer and performed by Red Dirt musicians as follows:
- Lead Vocals and Background Vocals - Adam Hughes
- Piano and Background Vocals - Carolyn Meyer
- Lead Guitar - Jed Lindsey
- Bass Guitar - Donn Mitchell
- Drums and Recording Engineer at Lamb Recording Studio - Mike Hufford
- Hand Claps - All the musicians
This song was later published as one of the songs in Kel Pickens and Carolyn Meyer’s operetta entitled “The Colors of Life,” marketed worldwide by Wide World Music, Inc., Delaware Water Gap, PA. Kel wrote the libretto and Carolyn composed all the lyrics and music of all the songs, which featured a color in each one.
Of special note: Miss Carolyn sings the lead vocal on the song “Witches’ Brew” to the instrumental soundtrack on a record.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Werewolf's Web
“The Werewolf’s Web" first aired Oct. 9, 1983
“Even a man who says his prayers before he sleeps each night, may turn to a wolf when the wolf’s bane blooms and the moon is high and bright.”
Miss Carolyn reluctantly takes her nephew Theodore trick-or-treating during a full moon.
Starring:
- Theodore, the Werewolf and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater
The Haunted Halloween Hootenanny
“The Haunted Halloween Hootenanny” first aired Oct. 28, 1982
This episode chronicles one of several ghastly holiday parties that sprang up in the home of the hostess, Miss Carolyn. It seems that the Good Ghost can't help himself when throwing Halloween parties for his ghoulish guests. The lineup of terrific Halloween songs for this party is unforgettable. Listeners were challenged to write the ingredients they would add to a witch's brew, which employees judged, and the winner had his lyrical additives dropped into the song "Witch's Brew" sung at the end of this show. A local boy named Jonathan Kocan snared some prizes for winning the song lyrics contest.
Starring:
- Igor, The Gribigal – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- The Good Ghost – Amos Ewing
- Alfred, Tod Sterling – unknown
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song and this episode was provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Name that Trick-or-Treat Tune
“Name that Trick-or-Treat Tune” first aired Oct. 23, 1982
In this game-show parody, Miss Carolyn is lucky enough to appear as a contestant on “Name That Trick-or-Treat Tune.” This particular game show has rules and prizes that reflect the Halloween spirit. She has to compete against another contestant named Ray Cumberbund, who is quite intent on winning, but that has twists and consequences. The MC, Leo Gumbo, who looks strangely like a famous figure of satire and parody, takes macabre pleasure in his job.
Starring:
- Ray Cumberbund– Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- MC, Leo Gumbo – Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Changing of Proteus
“The Changing of Proteus” first aired Sept. 18, 1982
The K.I.D.S radio show is at risk of being eaten by the Queen of Riddles if Miss Carolyn doesn’t correctly guess the Queen’s real name. A shape-shifting creature joins her in a trek across the jungle to find the correct answer and save her show.
Starring:
- Proteus, Giraffe, Squirrel, Elephant, Monkey and Old Jungle Guru - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Queen of Riddles and Bunny – C.M. Petree
- Lion – John Wilguess (KSPI FM employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Frolics in the Fall
“Frolics In The Fall” first aired Oct. 1, 1983
With the leaves crunching under their feet, Miss Carolyn tries to teach her nephew Theodore how to love fall weather while tasking him with raking the leaves. In a dream, Jack Frost recruits Theodore to help usher in fall colors.
Starring:
- Theodore - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Jack Frost – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort. Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio. Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey. Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The 10th Anniversary Show
“The 10th Anniversary Show” first aired September 2, 1991
As Miss Carolyn prepares to broadcast another KIDS Radio Show, she is surprised by a mysterious host who walks her through the past ten years of KIDS Radio Show. Voices from the present and the past converge in this reflective show.
Starring:
- Uncle Don, Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry, Little Theodore (Miss Carolyn’s Nephew) and The South African Gnu - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn, Daphne, Anna Maria Spaghetti and Carmen Gigantic – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Ralph Barker, the Emcee - David Free (News Reporter at KSPI FM94)
- Auntie Vera - Judy Morton (Receptionist at KSPI FM94)
- Mama Blue the Giant Blueberry’s mother - Alice Ann Shedrick
- Jack O’Lantern - Wade Tower
- Big Orange, the Owner of the Big Orange Club - Wade Tower
Of Special Interest:
Carolyn’s original song entitled “The Big Orange Boogie” is featured in this show. This song went on to be used in an operetta with the libretto written by Kel Pickens and the lyrics and music of the songs written by Carolyn Meyer and published by Wide World Music, Inc., Delaware Water Gap, PA. Locally recorded at Lamb Recording Studio with Mike Hufford Engineering.
Musicians on this recording:
- Lead and Background Vocals: Adam Hughes
- Background Vocals and Piano: Carolyn Meyer
- Electric Bass Guitar: Donnie Mitchell
- Lead Electric Guitar: Jed Lindsey
- Drums: Mike Hufford
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Little Red Riding Snood
“Little Red Riding Snood” first aired March 3, 1984
Red loves the riding hood her grandma made for her, but grandma isn’t feeling well. On the way to Grandma’s house, Red runs into a curious wolf in the woods.
Starring:
- Theodore, Snood’s Mother, The Woodsman, played by Ricky Stick Man, and The Endangered Fairy Tale Species Department Guy, played by Mr. Invento - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn, Red Riding Snood, Grandma – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Big Bad Wolf – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Machine Mirth
“Machine Mirth” first aired Jan. 29, 1983.
With the assistance of his talking computer, Clarence, Mr. Invento builds a space shuttle that sends him and Miss Carolyn to the moons of a distant planet in a far-off galaxy. Clarence realizes his limitations and Miss Carolyn has an idea.
Starring:
- Clarence the Machine and Mr. Invento - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Melvin the Motorcycle Racer – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
A Flair for the Fair
“A Flair for the Fair” first aired Sept. 10, 1983.
Mr. Invento and Miss Carolyn go on a wild ride at the County Fair. Can a little poetry calm Mr. Invento’s turning stomach? Miss Carolyn saves the inventor from Boris the Amazing Dancing Bear.
Starring:
- Mr. Invento and Alfred Bohemian the Mad Poet – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Midway carnival worker and Old Country Fiddler – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 radio station employee)
Of Special Interest:
This episode features the song “My Good Old Country Fiddle.” It received an Honorable Mention in a national songwriting contest. It was also included in Kel’s operetta entitled “Radio Station K.I.D.S.” Wide World Music, Inc., Delaware Water Gap, PA published the operetta.
Lyrics and music were written by Carolyn Meyer and engineered by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Musicians who performed on the song are:
- Lead, Background Vocals and Piano - Carolyn Meyer
- Acoustic Guitar – Randy Pease
- Bass Fiddle – Kenny Parks
- Banjo – Bret Franzman
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Mr. Invento's School Bus
“Mr. Invento’s School Bus” first aired Sept. 4, 1982.
It’s the first day of school, and Miss Carolyn agrees to join Mr. Invento on his super sound system-equipped school bus. On the bus, Mr. Invento engages in what he thinks is an automatic pilot system.
Starring:
- Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
School bus kids – Portrayed by Stillwater Public Schools students: Scott, Ed, Eileen, April, Kelly, Pat, Bo, Jim, Sue, Karen, Tonya, Janette, Miles, Shannon, Kate, John, Meg, Joy, Elizabeth and Louise.
Of Special Interest:
Jeff Pickens – Kel’s son and Carolyn’s stepson – is one of the kids on the school bus.
The full rendition of the “Kids Radio Show Theme Song” plays on this show.
Musicians who performed on this recording are:
- Lead and Background Vocals and Piano - Carolyn Meyer
- Lead Guitar - Ricky Peale
- Bass Guitar - Donnie Mitchell
- Drums and Engineering and Mixing - Mike Hufford
- Hand Claps - Kel Pickens, Carolyn Meyer, Ricky Peale and Donnie Mitchell
“The Back-To-School Song” is from Carloyn’s first album, “Music Is For Everyone!” recorded at Pinebrook Recording Studios in Alexandria, Indiana and published by Good Apple, Inc.
Musicians who performed on the song are:
- Lead and Background Vocals - Carolyn Meyer
- Grand Piano and Mini Moog synthesizer - Tom Brooks (who also produced the album)
- Lead Electric Guitar, Background Harmonies on Electric Guitar and Slide Guitar - Rex Thomas
- Bass Guitar - Steve Dokken
- Drums - Jack Gilfoy
- Recording Engineers Bob Whyley and John Bolt
- Mixed by Bob "Whyley Coyote"
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Zoo Blues
“The Zoo Blues” first aired May 5, 1984.
Mr. Invento promises Miss Carolyn a relaxing, carefree trip to the Zoo. Mr. Invento finds new friends in the cages, including the South African Gnu.
Starring:
- Mr. Invento and The South African Gnu - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
I'd Rather Fly
“I’d Rather Fly” first aired Sept. 29, 1984.
Miss Carolyn and The African Gnu hop aboard an airplane hoping to arrive in beautiful Hawaii. Things go awry when little creatures are spotted outside on the plane’s wings, and the plane’s lavatory goes missing. Fans of The Twilight Zone will be amused by the reference to a famous episode starring William Shatner.
Starring:
- The South African Gnu - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn and Daphne, the cockney school girl – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Flight Attendant – Jim Huddleston (DJ at KSPI 94 FM Radio)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
A Day at the Lake
“A Day at the Lake” first aired July 25, 1992.
Loosely based on a "truthy" story of what happened to Kel, Carolyn, and Carolyn's mother at a lake in Oklahoma in the late 1980s. This episode also parodied the late 1970s film "Deliverance."
In search of a place to put in his sailboat, The Giant Blueberry gets friendly with the locals to get directions to the lake. Theodore and his aunt Miss Carolyn aren't so sure about the Blueberry's diminutive sailboat. Will they survive a storm on the seas and the new friend Jimbo?
Starring:
- The Giant Blueberry and Theodore - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Evil Hillbilly – Jim Huddleston (DJ at KSPI 94 FM Radio)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater
Race Car Regrets
“Race Car Regrets” first aired February 16, 1985
Mr. Invento enters his peanut-buttered power race car with tires made of donut dough in the Baloney 500. Will his sticky wheels keep him on the track?
Starring:
- Mr. Invento, Ricky Stick Man and Announcer - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Famed race driver, Jackie Stewart - ?
- Racetrack Manager - ?
- Race car drivers, Butch Monroe - ?
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
The Perils of Pirates
“The Perils of Pirates” first aired April 28, 1984
Miss Carolyn and The Giant Blueberry sneak aboard an old pirate ship they thought was on public display when they unknowingly fall into a time warp. The original pirates mistake The Giant Blueberry for Captain Bluebeard and swashbuckling sword fights ensue.
Starring:
- The Giant Blueberry and Pirate First Mate - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Captain Davey - Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Little League Lampoon
“Little League Lampoon” first aired June 4, 1983.
Theodore’s little league baseball team has made it to the championships. Will Theodore come through at the plate for his team? Will Mr. Invento survive as a substitute umpire? The game may never be the same.
Starring:
- Theodore and Mr. Inventor as the Umpire - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Howard Blowsell and The Coach - Scott Pedersen, from the OSU Athletic Department
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
A Fantastic Fourth
A Fantastic Fourth
Somehow Mr. Invento has convinced town leaders to allow him to be in charge of the fireworks display on the Fourth of July. Ms. Gigantica was impressed by his micro-computer-powered pyrotechnics when she spilled her slug-flavored drink all over the scientist's machines. Will the town survive?
Starring:
- Theodore, I.T., Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry and Announcer - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn and Carrnen Gigantica - Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
I.T. Part 2
“I.T. Part 2” first aired in the fall of 1982.
In part two, Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore rush through the big city to help I.T. escape the circus man and return to the planet Chicago.
Starring:
- Theodore, I.T., Mr. Invento, Paisley Terrence Barnum - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
I.T. Part 1
“I.T. Part 1” first aired in the fall of 1982.
In this two-part episode that parodies two popular films, “The Elephant Man” and E.T. the Extraterrestrial,” Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore help I.T. avoid capture by the circus. “I.T. phone home!”
Starring:
- Theodore, I.T., Paisley Terrence Barnum - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.
Colors of the Rainbow
🌈 “Colors of the Rainbow” first aired September 12, 1982
A very special character makes his big blue debut in this episode. Miss Carolyn captured a leprechaun at the end of the rainbow, and she demands a wish for “the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.” Little does she know she’s about to experience colors like she never imagined.
Starring:
- Mellow Yellow Coot, The Great Cool One, and The Giant Blueberry - Kel Pickens
- Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
- Garby O’Dill - Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb Recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt logo created by Jon Dickey.
Analog to digital conversion provided by Craig White at White Rose Recording Studio in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Podcast published by Studio Stillwater.